2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Vamos | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |